Heaven upon earth in the serene tranquillity and calm composure, in the sweet peace…

For further clearing of this point, we would consider a little, 1. Some particular Cases, wherein this Testimony of Conscience proves in a special manner refreshing, ⟨p. 237⟩and rejoicing. 2ly. We would consider the particular grounds, and attendants of this refreshing and joy; whereby we will easily see, that this Testimony of Conscience for a man, upon the search of his way, is a singularly good thing; for before a man search his way, he cannot solidly acquiesce in the Testimony that Conscience gives of it; nor can look on it as well grounded; because he is not, nor can be sure whether there be any ground and warrant for it, or not; whereas, when he hath suitably searched for the ground and warrant, where they are, they will readily discover themselves to him.

For further clearing of this point, we would consider a little, 1. Some particular Cases, wherein this Testimony of Conscience proves in a special manner refreshing, ⟨p. 237⟩and rejoycing. 2ly. We would consider the particular grounds, and attendants of this refreshing and joy; whereby we will easily see, that this Testimony of Conscience for a man, upon the search of his way, is a singularly good thing; for before a man search his way, he cannot solidly acquiesce in the Testimony that Conscience gives of it; nor can look on it as well grounded; because he is not, nor can be sure whether there be any ground and warrand for it, or not; whereas, when he hath suitably searched for the ground and warrand, where they are, they will readily discover themselves to him.

As to the particular Cases, wherein this Testimony proves singularly refreshing and joyous, they are these, and the like, 1. In a Case of external crosses, and troubles in the World; none of these much move a man, that hath this Testimony of his Conscience, it gives him sweet peace amidst them all; We see what mighty troubles Paul, was under, Chap. 11. v. 25, 26, 27. Yet he can, and doth rejoice in the midst of them. 2. When external crosses and losses have sad aggravations attending them, such as the contempt, and reproach of the men of the World; when he is calumniously represented, as one that turns the world up side down, and who is deservedly so dealt with, Conscience its Testimony in that case gives him peace, quietness and joy; which is the very case wherein the Apostle here rejoiceth on this account. A 3d. Case is, When inward challenges, and temptations accompany outward afflictions, when these are mustered up before, and make an assault on the poor afflicted man, and when there are some fearful apprehensions of Gods displeasure born in upon him; Then, O! then Consciences Testimony gives wonderful quietness; as we may see it doth to holy Job, who sayeth, in this case, Chap. 27. v. 6. My heart shall not reproach me so long as I live; So Chap. 31. throughout; and sure it must be solid, and well-grounded quietness, rest and repose of Soul, that calms a man in this case. 4ly. When the person draws near unto death, and when this King